Organizers of the 35th Anniversary Frozen Fingers Festival, taking place Friday, April 5, and Saturday, April 6, at the Sleep Inn & Suites Conference Center, Minot, plan to use the event proceeds to send local youth who are interested in music to the International Music Camp. Every year, the ...
The March equinox occurred two weeks ago today, marking the first day of spring. Although it could be a bit early to put the snow blower away, one can’t help but look forward to more outdoor activities soon. For us, thoughts this time of the year include returning to our small lake cabin and the oasis of secluded relaxation it has provided for 40 years. It is never certain what will be discovered on the first lake visit of the year. Fallen tree branches blocking the gravel road are a frequent nuisance. But, less common discoveries can prove more challenging. Like the year 22 trees ...
Quilter of 40 years Linda Glueckert is the 2024 featured quilter for this year's Minot Prairie Quilt Festival, and the theme is Red, White and BOOM. The exhibition is being held at the Grand Hotel, spanning the entire facility. The doors open to the public on Thursday at 9 a.m., and the event ...
STANLEY – Youth from Mountrail and Ward Counties showcased their public speaking abilities in the Communication Arts Contest on March 23 at the Mountrail County South Complex in Stanley. This year marks the largest contest since combining the two counties. The 19 contestants included: ...
The Minot Fireworks Association is actively seeking donations toward its upcoming Fourth of July show. Corey Long, association president, said Mum Pyrotechnics offers the show at cost, but that still means $25,000 must be raised to put on the type of show that Minot-area residents have come to expect. With donations already on hand, the association looks to raise $17,000 to meet its budget. In cooperation with Marketplace Foods, the association will hold “Hotdogs for a Cause” April 6-7, from 12-6 p.m. at Marketplace Foods at 1930 S. Broadway. All proceeds from the $2 hotdogs ...
The North Dakota State Parade Committee has selected North Dakota journalists Eloise Ogden and Jill Schramm as the grand marshals of the 2024 North Dakota State Parade. The 42nd parade, with the theme, Xtra! Xtra! North Dakota News!, will be Saturday, July 20. Ogden is editor and Schramm is ...
